EMT-Basic Offered at WCC This Summer

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According to the Westchester Community College Website, they are offering an EMT-Basic course this summer. Yes-I know they do this every summer. It’s open to everyone, and there are no prerequisites. Two classes are being offered, day and night, both on the Valhalla campus:

Daytime: June 25-August 15

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 9-3:50pm

Instructor: Stephen Nardozzi

Nighttime: June 30-August 15

Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday from 6:30-10:05pm

Instructor: Jose Prosper

Course Description:

This course introduces the student to EMS systems, basic human topographical anatomy, basic life support (CPR) as well as assessment and various treatment modalities for medical and traumatic emergencies. Also required are 16 hours of pre-hospital field experience. Upon successful completion of all course work, and practical skills examination, students are eligible to take the New York State Department of Health certification exam for EMT-B. Permission of EMS Academy to register. A student enrolled in EMS must be 18 years of age by the last day of the month in which he/she is scheduled to take the written certification exam.

There are multiple seats still open for this summer, both day and night. If completed, you would receive 5 credits from the college and a NYS EMT Cert. If you have any questions, contact the EMS Office at (914)-606-6507

For anyone who has taken an EMS course at WCC, did you enjoy it? How are the instructors?

Edited April 21, 2012 by firedude